Scrublands (Martin Scarsden, #1)
Scrublands (Martin Scarsden, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
Beta496
Novel • Fiction
Riversend, Australia • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Chris Hammer's Scrublands follows a journalist who travels to a small Australian town to investigate a year-old mass shooting by a local priest. As the journalist delves deeper, he uncovers hidden secrets and simmering tensions within the community, challenging his perceptions and unearthing unexpected truths.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Scrublands by Chris Hammer is a gripping crime thriller set in a drought-stricken Australian town. Reviewers praise its vivid landscape descriptions, intricate plot, and compelling protagonist. However, some critics note the pacing can be uneven, with a dense narrative that may overwhelm. Overall, it’s acclaimed for its atmospheric tension and strong sense of place.
Who Should Read Scrublands (Martin Scarsden, #1)?
Fans of gripping Australian noir will relish Scrublands by Chris Hammer. Ideal for readers of Jane Harper’s The Dry and Michael Connelly’s crime novels, it offers a mix of atmospheric settings, complex character studies, and suspenseful plot twists, appealing to those who enjoy intense, character-driven mysteries.
44,157 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Riversend, Australia • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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